Systems and Methods to Facilitate the Non-Surgical Management of Obstructive Urolithiasis

摘要

The present invention discloses systems and methods for use in the treatment and management of obstructive urolithiasis. A coupling device between a nephrostomy tube and external fluid and control connections may be used in some embodiments of the present invention. This coupling device may provide a quick connection between the nephrostomy tube and a reservoir for irrigation and a collection container for drainage of the kidney. In some embodiments, a triple lumen nephrostomy tube may be used to house an irrigation catheter for irrigation of the patient's kidneys and a ureteral modulation wire and enable drainage of fluid from the kidneys. The ureteral modulation wire may be inserted into the patient's ureter through the kidney in conjunction with the nephrostomy tube. A harness system is also disclosed that may be used in conjunction with the coupling device and the triple lumen nephrostomy tube to enable a patient to independently control irrigation and drainage of the kidney.